Phases of the Dynamic Capability Approach

Here you will find the description of each one of the four phases that compose the DCA. Extracts are also completed by the presentation that experts R. Le Blanc and P. Beaulieu offered to the EuropeAid colleagues in January 2014.

Phase 1- Ecosystem Intelligence and Performance Targeting:

T1 – Analysis of context Intelligence and Evaluation of the Business Ecosystem

T2 - Systematic Assessment of Capabilities and Capacities

T3 - Targeting Performances Requested and Identification of Political Engagements

Phase 2- Development Strategy and Planning:

T4 - Identification and Evaluation of Capabilities Development Options

T5 – Feasibility Studies of Options, Constraints, and Risks

T6 - Capability Development Strategy Formulation

T7 - Operational Planning and Budgeting

Phase 3- Programme Implementation and Maintenance:

T8 - Programme Implementation and Monitoring

T9 - Adaptation and Readjustment

T10 - Evaluation of Performance and Impact

T11 - Maintenance of the Level of Capabilities

Phase 4- Programme Evaluation:

T12 - Capability Development Programme Evaluation

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